The railway service added more cars to its trains to reduce overcrowding during peak hours

Researchers found that playing board games can improve cognitive function in people with dementiaThe city council voted to ban smoking in all outdoor dining areas of restaurants and cafes

An oil company announced it will invest $8 billion in hydrogen fuel technology over the next decadeA hot air balloon made an emergency landing in a park with all passengers escaping unharmedA study showed that eating a breakfast high in protein can reduce hunger cravings throughout the day

The postal service announced it will expand its package delivery service to include Sunday deliveriesVolunteers planted 10000 trees in a deforested area as part of a reforestation project

A famous musician announced a farewell tour with concerts in 40 cities across the globe

Local schools reported a 92% attendance rate this year up from 85% the previous yearThe national basketball team lost their semi-final match in the international tournament ending their bid for the championship

A severe drought in the western region has led to water restrictions with residents asked to limit water usageA new report showed that the number of people working from home has increased by 44% since the start of the decade

A major car manufacturer recalled 580000 vehicles due to a potential defect in the braking systemA study found that reading fiction improves empathy and emotional intelligence in both children and adults

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• ·A tornado in the south destroyed a small town’s main street and injured 15 people
• ·Cross country team sets new school record at state championship meet
• ·The city started a program to reduce littering in public places
• ·Engineers designed a new type of wind turbine that can operate efficiently in low-wind conditions
• ·The community center opened a new swimming pool and fitness classes for senior citizens
• ·A university research team discovered a new species of insect in a tropical rainforest
• ·A chemical spill at a factory in the industrial area was contained with no reported health risks
• ·A software company fixed bugs in its program
• ·A renowned author released a new novel that quickly became a bestseller
• ·A heavy rainstorm caused flooding in the basements of 80 homes in a suburban neighborhood
• ·A study found that listening to music while working can improve productivity for some people
• ·A research study found that eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can lower the risk of certain types of cancer.
• ·A hospital opened a new wing dedicated to pediatric care
• ·The national basketball team won the regional championship after a final game overtime
• ·An international charity delivered 20000 tents to families displaced by a civil war
• ·A golfer won a tournament by two strokes after a final round of exceptional play